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VOL. 6, ISSUE 6 (2020)
Clinical spermatogenic assessment of aqueous extract of Yashthimadhu (Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn.) in the treatment of male reproductive disorders
Authors
Mradu Gupta, Asim Kumar Mondal
Abstract
Background: Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn. has been mentioned in Ayurvedic texts for its anti-inflammatory, antioxidant and sexual properties. It shows good promise in the treatment of male sexual disorders during its pre-clinical studies. Objectives: To assess the spermatogenesis action of aqueous extract of roots of Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn. in clinical trials. Materials and Methods: The study uses qualitative criteria such as primary & secondary symptoms, and quantitative investigations such as haematological investigations, hormonal analysis and semen analysis for assessing the therapeutic efficacy of research formulation through placebo controlled clinical trials on 50 males having lack of sexual desire and non-satisfactory sexual life. Results: Very high inhibition was noticed in respect of primary symptoms such as lack of libido, difficulty in ejaculation or little amount of semen, as well as secondary symptoms such as nausea, body ache, headache, indigestion, loss of appetite and general weakness in the research group. Lack of any adverse changes in haematological parameters (Blood Sugar, Haemoglobin, ESR, RBC and WBC) and biochemical parameters (Bilirubin, Protein, SGPT and SGOT and ALP) indicate the non-toxic nature of research formulation. The hormonal levels registered a significant increase during clinical study in research group, especially the testosterone level (10.36%). Semen quality evaluated through sperm count, motility and morphology showed a significant improvement in research group, suggesting that administration of research drug in cases of stress-related sexual problems protected healthy cells by reduced generation of ROS and helped maintain quality parameters of spermatozoa during spermatogenesis. Conclusion: The research formulation made from roots of Glycyrrhiza glabra Linn. shows good and significant (p < 0.05) therapeutic efficacy through inhibition of primary and secondary symptoms and enhancement in hormonal and seminal parameters, validating its spermatogenesis effect without any toxic or adverse effects.
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Pages:42-48
How to cite this article:
Mradu Gupta, Asim Kumar Mondal "Clinical spermatogenic assessment of aqueous extract of Yashthimadhu (<em>Glycyrrhiza</em><em> glabra</em> Linn.) in the treatment of male reproductive disorders". International Journal of Medical and Health Research, Vol 6, Issue 6, 2020, Pages 42-48
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